Bella's POV
The nanny's words hit me like ice water. Everyone had been tucked into bed safely, but when she returned to check on them later, Leah's room stood empty. As I stared at Derek across from me, all rational thought fled my mind. Only one thing mattered now - finding my daughter.
I bolted from Derek's estate, my car tires screeching against the asphalt as I raced toward home. Through my rearview mirror, I watched his headlights following close behind. The moment I parked, he was already stepping out of his vehicle.
"What the hell do you think you're doing?" I screamed, my composure completely shattered.
His jaw tightened as he moved closer. "Watch your tone with me, Bella. Your security team won't change the fact that I'm the Alpha here, and you're standing on my land."
